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Sunday, April 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Helias Catholic High School alumnus received the Emmy Award he was awarded last year. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Local author Jeremy Ämick releases his second book that features snapshots of the families who built Central Missouri communities along the Moreau River. Jefferson City News Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln University is offering new programs for students as young as 8 — teaching about farming, science, and career skills — in courses held statewide. Jefferson City News Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cole County's courthouse, built in the 1890s, does not have room for six judges in a county of 77,000, forcing judges to share courtrooms while non-judicial offices move out. County officials said they plan to seek funds for improvements (which may include tearing down the old jail) as the crowded system strains daily operations. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ March inspections revealed that several Jefferson City food-service establishments had food code violations such as missing hand-sink supplies and improper temperature controls. Inspectors identified priority and core issues at locations including Break Time and Domino's—priority fixes are required immediately while core corrections must be completed within 90 days—ensuring compliance with local safety standards. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Three outgoing councilmen from Jefferson City Council reflected on their time in office—saying that both accomplishments and challenges defined their terms. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Over 500 people gathered on the Capitol steps for a 'We Stand United' rally as Will Westmoreland said his group faces challenges from changes in the national government — the event showed strong local support. Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Missouri Senate and House committees on children and families demanded immediate reform of the Department of Social Services (DSS) after learning of 10 preventable child deaths (reported in the state’s child welfare system). Jefferson City News Tribune
- ➤ Before handing over the keys to the city on Monday, the current City Council will vote on a bill to allow golf carts and utility vehicles on selected streets and launch a $500,000 housing incentive program—steps set before the new council takes over. Jefferson City News Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Jefferson City man credited a local treatment program with saving his life after becoming sober. He said the program—designed to help him overcome addiction—gave him a fresh start and a chance to rebuild his future. Jefferson City News Tribune
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